DRAINED is a bloody good time
by Vannah Taylor, Staff Writer
Drained takes a look at the life of a young man looking to escape an unsatisfactory life but finds that his new vice is far from the answer he was looking for.
Now Playing at Philly Film Fest: THE BLACK SEA, GIRLS WILL BE GIRLS, A TRAVELER'S NEEDS and more
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
Gary shares his thoughts on six films playing at this year’s fest.
THE APPRENTICE is a true American horror story
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor in Chief and Old Sport
To the surprise of no one, The Apprentice does not paint Trump in a good light. None of the revelations will be cause for people to faint in town square. Donald is a terrible person through and through, no doubt.
DADDY'S HEAD is a truly terrifying exploration of trauma
by Kimberly L., Staff Writer
Daddy’s Head was the standout horror film of my 2024 Fantastic Fest screenings–truly terrifying.
SATURDAY NIGHT is not flawless but its heart is in the right place
by Billie Anderson, Staff Writer
Ultimately, Saturday Night plays like a historical drama for those who find traditional war films dull.
WE LIVE IN TIME is an incredibly heartfelt exploration of a relationship
by Billie Anderson, Staff Writer
We Live in Time transcends the typical “cancer film” label; it’s a beautifully crafted love story, brought to life by the chemistry and charisma of its lead actors.
Philadelphia Film Festival Preview 2024, features THE BRUTALIST, ERNEST COLE and more
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
What I enjoy most about a film festival—the opportunity to take a chance and discover a gem.
24th Annual SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FEST is sure to terrify
by Vannah Taylor, Staff Writer
Screamfest will feature a total of 29 features and 111 shorts–meaning there is no shortage of unforgettably terrifying films.
THE 9TH ANNUAL BROOKLYN HORROR FILM FEST is on a mission to provide nightmare fuel
by Jenika McCrayer, Staff Writer
Spooky Season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than at the ninth annual Brooklyn Horror Film Festival (BHFF), happening from Thursday, October 17 through Thursday, October 24, 2024.
THE SHROUDS & THE LIFE OF CHUCK: on living, grieving, and dying
by Billie Anderson, Staff Writer
Two of my favorite films from TIFF this year from two of my favorite directors had very different approaches to representing life, death, and grief on screen.
GIRL INTERNET SHOW is practically perfect in every way
by Tori Potenza, Staff Writer
In the absurdity that is life in the present day Kati Kelli feels like the perfect person to spend time with and laugh with.
FRANKIE FREAKO winds back the clock to 1999 for a little creature
by Kimberly L, Staff Writer
Do you long for the days of Tales from the Cryptkeeper, the OG slime Gak, and the ankle breaking glee a free-swinging Skip-It? Frankie Freako is a film made for children of the 90s who have yet to accept 1999 was more than ten years ago.
Philadelphia Film Festival Preview 2024, featuring THE LAST SHOWGIRL, ANORA, and more
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport & Editor in Chief
Even though PFF will mark my third major festival of the season, there are still plenty of 2024 flick offerings that have not graced by eyeballs.
LITTLE BITES is a personal take on the insecurities and fears of parenthood
by Vannah Taylor, Staff Writer
Whether it is in theaters or on Shudder later this year, check out Little Bites.
APARTMENT 7A truly is a feast for the eyes
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport & Editor in Chief
Despite the lack of a theatrical release, I am so happy that others will get to experience another first-rate picture from Natalie Erika James.
Preview: Philadelphia Unnamed Film Festival (PUFF) returns September 24
by "Doc" Hunter Bush, Staff Writer
Join me as I check out PUFF for a ninth glorious, gory-ous, weird and way-out year. Below I've highlighted just a few flicks you may want to make time for.
FANTASTIC FEST PREVIEW 2024
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport & Editor in Chief
With the carnival atmosphere Fantastic Fest promises to be a showstopping extravaganza!
TIFF 2024: SHEPHERDS, THE PARTY'S OVER, SEVEN DAYS
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
From the hundreds of films at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival, here is a rundown of three exciting titles that had their World Premieres in this year’s program.
FRIGHTFEST 2024 brought show stopping horror flicks to London
by Tori Potenza, Staff Writer
In between delving into English culture by eating fish and chips and learning what a “butty” is, I still watched a whole bunch of movies.
FRIGHTFEST 2024 is a horror film fan's paradise
by Tori Potenza, Staff Writer
Nothing beats coming out of a theater and hearing the reactions of your friends and getting to dig into the details of each of the movies you have just seen.